Federal Hydra Shok

This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.

OldeTSgt

2 years ago

I have used this ammunition since the 90s where it was the issue ammunition of the Police Dept I worked for. It is great ammo, very reliable but the Federal HST is a newer more impressive round but with either I would feel very comfortable using it in a self defense situation.

ChrisA

3 years ago

Perfect for the XDs...

This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.

ChrisA

3 years ago

I have fired many different brands and types of ammo through my XDs to figure out which one to "carry" for self defense. This includes different weights, different brands including Corbon, Sig, Winchstr and different powder loads.
By far the best round I have fired is the Federal 165gr H-S JHP. It has proven to be very accurate with consistent tight groups. I have had no feed or fire issues at all, and the slightly lower recoil means I can fire more rounds at the range with less fatigue, and
... get back on target faster after each shot.
Strongly recommend this round for those who carry compact large caliber handguns like the XDs 45.

Simplicity

This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.

PWRving2013

2 years ago

Use 9mm in my PX4C and Shield. Flawless performance, lead-free primer and accuracy. D actually is more accurate than T. Lower recoil benefit and simplified matched rounds. Low flash and very clean. Sounded gimmicky, but this is all I carry for CCDW now. My thinking changed from +P high velocity to standard round lower velocity. Who needs the kick beating you up when practicing 200-400 rounds. Who could ask for more.

Mark58

1 year ago

better than expected

This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.

Mark58

1 year ago

I've shot over 400 rounds of this through my FNS9-C with no problems what so ever. It's also the cleanest shooting 9mm round I have ever seen as inside the brass looks like it's never been fired. It's also accurate and the recoil does seem reduced

45.ACP

Exceeded expectations

This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.

cjd9153

8 months ago

I put 13 rounds of American Gunner through my XD, and then put 13 rounds of Monarch HP through it. I was surprised how accurate I was shooting with the American Gunner compared to the Monarch. (I impressed myself.) Got this on sale for 14.99 for 20 rounds. I am a cheapo, but will definately keep this loaded in my pistol for self defense due to the great accuracy I had with it.

Ammno

Good Ammunition

This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.

jhillwig6531

3 years ago

I bought one box of .38 Special to try out. We ran most of the box through a Colt Diamondback. It functioned flawlessly. There was carbon residue at the end of the barrel as there should be with that many rounds, but the barrel was only slighly dirty. I will purchase this ammunition again.

Great Ammo

No Misfires

This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.

WillyT1951A

11 months ago

I own a couple of G-42's and have put in excess of 3,000 rounds through them with less than 100 grain ammunition from various manufacturers. I did experience some failure to feed which I thought was my grip. In actuality, I found that it was due to the lower grain level and not my hand hold on the 42. It was recommended to me to switch to 100 grain. I am glad I did. Absolutely no failure to feed and clean.

JUNGLA EXPERT

2 years ago

Excellent

This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.

JUNGLA EXPERT

2 years ago

I go to shoot with my new gun glock42, i take this ammo for practice this month, wow powerful, moderate recoil, excellent precision.

Good prices

Great deal.

This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.

EGII

5 months ago

I recently purchased a Kel-Tec Sub 2000 Gen 2 .40 S&W...this ammo is good for my target practice. Have shot 200 to 300 rounds flawlessly.
Academy 9 times out of 10 is the best priced ammo and expediant shipping.

Best Self Defense Ammunition

This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.

Slide Glide

2 years ago

The Barnes TAC-XPD line of ammunition has all the desirable features needed for self defense and carry. It flawlessly feeds and ejects, has low recoil and reduced muzzle flash, and an outstanding bullet in design and function.
I use this ammunition in my .40s&w, .357 Magnum, and .45acp carry firearms.
Academy's Pricing and Free Delivery is unmatched by any other online retailers.

Excellent Quality Ammunition

This reviewer rated product 5 out of 5 stars.

Anonymous

5 years ago

I graphed these from my 5 1/2" Ruger Super Blackhawk at 1,419 fps, with an extreme spread of only 6 fps. The bullets penetrated deep, with good expansion and good weight retention. When I opened the box, I was pleased to see the rounds looked like premium ammunition. Every cartridge was perfect and beautifuly polished.

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duck

8 months ago

good brass decent bullets

This reviewer rated product 4 out of 5 stars.

duck

8 months ago

bought two boxes with my black hawk 41 mag it didnt likem but iam picky i expect every gun to shoot under 1inch groups no excuses bullets hold up a little better then hornadys 210 but not by much works grate for groundhogs at less then 50 yards bullet mite not expand enoughf or explode depending on what u hit